SOMMERVILLE
Sommerville
Sommerville is a British surname of Scottish origins. The name is derived from the place name 'Sommerville' which is believed to have originated from a settlement named after a notable individual or from the Old English words 'sumor' meaning 'summer' and 'feld' meaning 'field'.
The Sommerville surname has ancient roots, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 12th century in Scotland. Over the centuries, various branches of the Sommerville family have spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond.
Members of the Sommerville family have been involved in a wide range of professions and pursuits, including academia, military service, politics, and the arts. Notable individuals bearing the Sommerville surname include the renowned British author and mathematician Mary Sommerville, who played a significant role in the advancement of science and mathematics in the 19th century.
Today, the Sommerville surname continues to be borne by descendants of the original Scottish families as well as individuals across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world. The name carries with it a rich history and heritage, reflecting the contributions and accomplishments of generations past.
There are approximately 2,218 people named Sommerville in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,869th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Sommerville.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Anne
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Frances
- Helen
- Jean
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
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